Georgia Sheriffs' Association

Senior Deputy: Ethics
2023-11-14 15:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-16 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, 266 E Walnut Street, Jesup, GA, 31546, United States
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P.O.S.T. Hours 2

Acquaint the deputy with the concept of ethics in law enforcement with the emphaisis on the consequences of unethical officer behavior and improper officer interaction with suspects and victims.

Senior Deputy: Crime Scene Management
2023-11-16 08:00 - 12:00 | Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, 266 E Walnut Street, Jesup, GA, 31546, United States
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P.O.S.T. Hours 4

Provide the deputy with the correct techniques to use when arriving at a crime scene.

Senior Deputy: Public Relations
2023-11-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, 266 E Walnut Street, Jesup, GA, 31546, United States
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P.O.S.T. Hours 2

Provide the deputy with the appropriate techniques in dealing with the media, the legal rights of the media, and how to negotiate certain tactics used by media personnel to gather information from law enforcement officers.

Senior Deputy: Interpersonal Relations
2023-11-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Floyd County Sheriff’s Office, 2526 New Calhoun Highway Northeast, Rome, GA, 30161, United States
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P.O.S.T. Hours 8

The Interpersonal Relations course is currently under revision and will be available within the next several weeks. Once the course material is ready, it will be made available to all of the off-site locations.The course is still required for the Sr. Deputy Certification.

Jail Training Officer (JTO)
2023-11-27 07:30 - 2023-12-01 17:00 | Chatham County Sheriff’s Office, 1050 Carl Griffin Drive, Savannah, GA, 31405, United States
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The Jail Training Officer’s primary goal is to prepare the newly hired trainee to perform at an acceptable level and become an asset to the jail division. During this process, the JTO will train, observe, and evaluate the progress of each trainee. The mission of each JTO is to give each trainee the utmost opportunuty to succeed in his training, correct the trainee when mistakes are made, and maximize the safety of the trainee. In addition, this is the JTO’s introduction to leadership and advisory skills. This 40-hour training course will provide the JTO the knowledge and skills required as they prepare for future supervisory positions.

Employees of Georgia’s Sheriff’s offices serving as jail officers, demonstrating excellent knowledge of jail operations and exhibiting a desirable work ethic and commitment to excellence, possessing very good interpersonal skills and a willingness to train newly appointed jail officers, are excellent candidates as part of their respective facility’s Jail Training and Evaluation Program.

Upon passing the test and meeting the employment requirements, the student may apply for his JTO Certification through POST.

Pre-requiste: The student must be a P.O.S.T. certified jail officer with a minimum of three years jail officer experience, with the past year serving with your current agency.

Hotel Accommodations must be sought by the student, requesting the hotel’s government rate. Recommended hotels are:

Springhill Suites by MarriottSavannah Airport1 Jay R. Turner DrSavannah, GA 31408800-760-7718Double Tree by HiltonSavannah Airport50 Yvette J. Hagins DrSavannah, GA 31408912-965-9595Wingate by WyndhamSavannah Airport50 Sylvester C. Formey DrSavannah, GA 31408912-544-1180

Class begins promptly at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, November 27th at the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office, and concludes no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 1st.

A student must attend 95% of the course to receive P.O.S.T. credit and apply for JTO certification. Therefore, a student is dismissed from the course if more than two hours of the course is missed.

A written test scoring 80% or higher, AND passing the final practical, is required to pass this course. If the student fails the test or the practical, P.O.S.T, rules dictate a retest is NOT optional nor will the student receive credit for the course. The course must be attended in its entirety again.

Dress is business casual; no t-shirts. Jeans are allowed if neat and in good repair. Remember, you are a professional jail officer representing your sheriff’s office.

Bring pen and paper, and a positive attitude.

Each student will receive a copy of the JTEP Administrative Trainee Manual, JTO Student Manual, and other identified documentation.

You must pre-register by completing the online registration form below.

Registration deadline is November 17, 2023.

Class is limited to 20 students.

Registration

Training

The Onsite Coordinator for Chatham County is Gary Murphy. He may be reached via email at gmurphy@chathamcounty.org or phone 912-484-0622.

Visit this page after November 17, 2023 for additional details about the class. Essential details may include a tentative agenda, training materials, changes to class location or registration/training times, or other important information.

Senior Deputy: Advanced Report Writing
2023-11-28 09:00 - 2023-11-29 17:00 | Oconee County Fire Station 1, 7575 Macon Highway, Watkinsville, GA, 30677, United States
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P.O.S.T. Hours 16

Jail Training Officer (JTO)
2023-12-04 07:30 - 2023-12-08 17:00 | Banks County Sheriff’s Office, 160 Windmill Farm Road, Homer, GA, 30547, United States
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The Jail Training Officer’s primary goal is to prepare the newly hired trainee to perform at an acceptable level and become an asset to the jail division. During this process, the JTO will train, observe, and evaluate the progress of each trainee. The mission of each JTO is to give each trainee the utmost opportunuty to succeed in his training, correct the trainee when mistakes are made, and maximize the safety of the trainee. In addition, this is the JTO’s introduction to leadership and advisory skills. This 40-hour training course will provide the JTO the knowledge and skills required as they prepare for future supervisory positions.

Employees of Georgia’s Sheriff’s offices serving as jail officers, demonstrating excellent knowledge of jail operations and exhibiting a desirable work ethic and commitment to excellence, possessing very good interpersonal skills and a willingness to train newly appointed jail officers, are excellent candidates as part of their respective facility’s Jail Training and Evaluation Program.

Upon passing the test and meeting the employment requirements, the student may apply for his JTO Certification through POST.

Pre-requiste: The student must be a P.O.S.T. certified jail officer with a minimum of three years jail officer experience, with the past year serving with your current agency.

Hotel Accommodations must be sought by the student, requesting the hotel’s government rate. Recommended hotels are:

The Holiday Inn Express133 Frontage RoadCommerce, GA 30529

Class begins promptly at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, December 4th at the Banks County Sheriff’s Office, and concludes no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 8th.

A student must attend 95% of the course to receive P.O.S.T. credit and apply for JTO certification. Therefore, a student is dismissed from the course if more than two hours of the course is missed.

A written test scoring 80% or higher, AND passing the final practical, is required to pass this course. If the student fails the test or the practical, P.O.S.T, rules dictate a retest is NOT optional nor will the student receive credit for the course. The course must be attended in its entirety again.

Dress is business casual; no t-shirts. Jeans are allowed if neat and in good repair. Remember, you are a professional jail officer representing your sheriff’s office.

Bring pen and paper, and a positive attitude.

Each student will receive a copy of the JTEP Administrative Trainee Manual, JTO Student Manual, and other identified documentation.

You must pre-register by completing the online registration form below.

Registration deadline is November 20, 2023.

Class is limited to 20 students.

Registration

Training

The Onsite Coordinator for Banks County is Michael Boatwright. He may be reached via email at mboatwright@bankscountysoga.org or phone 706-969-2134.

Visit this page after November 20, 2023 for additional details about the class. Essential details may include a tentative agenda, training materials, changes to class location or registration/training times, or other important information.

Senior Deputy: Interpersonal Relations
2023-12-05 09:00 - 17:00 | Oconee County Fire Station 1, 7575 Macon Highway, Watkinsville, GA, 30677, United States
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P.O.S.T. Hours 8

Courthouse Security Training Seminar
2023-12-06 08:00 - 2023-12-07 17:00 | Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, 1000 Sheriffs Way, Madison, GA, 30650, United States
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Courthouses are vulnerable to acts of random violence; therefore, they must have proper court security procedures to protect the safety of the people and property within and around the courts and preserve the integrity of the judicial process. Court security deputies must be fully prepared to respond appropriately to violent incidents. This year’s 11-hour court security seminar will focus on the updated standards for Court Security and judicial protection. There is a $50 registration fee for this class.

Class size is limited to 70 students

The GSA will NOT reserve a block of rooms for students for this event. Suggested hotel accomodations are:

Holiday Inn Express1041 Ramada LandMadison, GA 30650706-342-9190James Madison Inn260 W. Washington St.Madison, GA 30650706-342-7040Hampton Inn2021 Eatonton RdMadison, GA 30650706-342-9003

***You must present your tax-exempt forms to the hotel at check-in.

You must pre-register by completing the online registration form below.

Registration deadline is December 1, 2023.

A registration confirmation email will be sent to the person filling out this form and a separate email will be sent the email address of the attendee.

Registration fees are non-refundable for cancellations made 10 days or less prior to the start date of the training event.

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Registration8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.Training8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Lunch11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Training1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Thursday, December 7, 2023

Training8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

None.

Registration

Training

Visit this page after December 1st for additional information.

Senior Deputy: Prisoner Transports
2023-12-07 08:00 - 10:00 | Floyd County Sheriff’s Office, 2526 New Calhoun Highway Northeast, Rome, GA, 30161, United States
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P.O.S.T. Hours 2

The purpose of this class is to acquaint the deputy with the procedures to be followed when transporting a prisoner outside the jail. Emphasis will be placed on the hazards and security issues associated with escorting and transporting prisoners.

Senior Deputy: Crime Scene Management
2023-12-11 08:00 - 12:00 | Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office Juvenile Court, 875 Lanier 400 Parkway, Cumming, GA, 30040, United States
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P.O.S.T. Hours 4

Provide the deputy with the correct techniques to use when arriving at a crime scene.

678-513-5909

Civil Process Seminar
2023-12-11 08:30 - 2023-12-12 12:00 | Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, 1000 Sheriffs Way, Madison, GA, 30650, United States
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The Georgia Sheriffs’ Association Training Academy will conduct a Civil Process Seminar. The training will provide a working knowledge of civil process to include writs, summons, ejectment, procedures, and other court orders. Advanced topics will also include, Fifa’s, garnishments, etc. Each student will receive a copy of the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association Civil Process Manual as part of this training.

The GSA will NOT reserve a block of rooms for students for this event. Suggested hotel accommodations are:

Holiday Inn Express1041 Ramada LandMadison, Ga. 30650706-342-9190James Madison Inn260 W. Washington St.Madison, Ga. 30650706-342-7040Hampton Inn2021 Eatonton RoadMadison, Ga. 30650706-342-9003

***You must present your tax-exempt forms to the hotel at check-in.

Monday, December 11, 2023

Registration Onsite8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Training Room Lobby

Training9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Training Room

Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Training9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Training Room

If you have questions or concerns about specific documents you are dealing with locally such as writs, summons, ejectment procedures, other court orders, Fifa’s, garnishments, or others – bring a copy of the document(s) with you and we will discuss in detail the question and correct procedure.

Registration fee is $60. {Non-refundable after December 1, 2023}

You must pre-register by completing this form.

Deadline to register for this event is December 4.

Class capacity is 70 students.

A confirmation email will be sent to ther individual who completes the form. A separate email is sent to the email address of the attendee.

Registration:

Training:

Visit this site after December 1, 2023 for final training details. Essential details may include a tentative agenda, training materials, registration/training times, or other important information.

Senior Deputy: Domestic Violence
2023-12-12 08:00 - 12:00 | Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, 266 E Walnut Street, Jesup, GA, 31546, United States
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P.O.S.T. Hours 4

Familiarize the deputy with the current DV Laws as well as the appropriate officer response.

Senior Deputy: Search Procedures
2023-12-12 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-12-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, 266 E Walnut Street, Jesup, GA, 31546, United States
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P.O.S.T. Hours 2

Provide the deputy with a working knowledge of procedures commonly utilized to search for and locate wanted and/or missing persons.

Senior Deputy: Domestic Violence
2023-12-14 08:00 - 12:00 | Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, 266 E Walnut Street, Jesup, GA, 31546, United States
Location & TimeDescriptionContact

P.O.S.T. Hours 4

Familiarize the deputy with the current DV Laws as well as the appropriate officer response.

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2024 Winter Training Conference
2024-01-08 10:00 - 2024-01-10 12:00 | Chateau Elan, 100 Rue Charlemagne, Braselton, GA, 30517, United States
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80/45 Hour Basic Jail Officer Course
2024-01-22 08:00 - 2024-02-02 17:00 | Ware County Sheriff’s Office, 3487 Harris Road, Waycross, GA, 31503, United States
This mandated certification course provides basic training for jail officers.An employee supervising inmates – in any capacity – must be a certified jail officer.An online POST application MUST be completed and approved 2 days PRIOR to the class start date.

Questions? Contact Missy Sammons or Brent Loeffler at 770-914-1076.

Senior Deputy: Search Procedures
2024-02-02 08:00 - 10:00 | Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, 516 Chattin Drive, Canton, GA, 30115, United States

Senior Deputy: Sex Offender Registry
2024-02-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, 516 Chattin Drive, Canton, GA, 30115, United States
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P.O.S.T. Hours 2

Familiarize the deputy with the basic knowledge of the sex offender laws and the responsibility of the Sheriff’s office as it relates to registering sex offenders.

Senior Deputy: Office of the Sheriff
2024-02-02 13:00 - 16:00 | Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, 516 Chattin Drive, Canton, GA, 30115, United States
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P.O.S.T. Hours 3

Acquaint the deputy with the Office of Sheriff and the responsibilities and obligations one assumes both to the sheriff and to the community upon employment.

2024 Jail Management Conference
2024-02-06 08:30 - 2024-02-08 12:30 | The Great Wolf Lodge, 150 Tom Hall Parkway, LaGrange, GA, 30240, United States
February 6-8, 2024

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The Jail Management Conference will provide intensive training to sheriffs, jail administrators and jail supervisory personnel on management techniques to improve the operational effectiveness of the jail. In addition, this conference presents networking opportunities with jail managers across the state. Tentative training topics include: developing defensible policy and procedures, mental health issues in the jail setting, regional networking and more.

Join us at:

Great Wolf Lodge150 Tom Hall ParkwayLaGrange, GA 30240

Room Rate & Reservations: The room rate is $99 per night. This rate is ONLY available to Sheriff’s Office staff.

The room rate is $99 + tax nightly (single or double occupancy) and there is no charge for parking. All room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes and fees (these fees are subject to change at the discretion of the state) and $5 state hotel-motel fee per night.

NOTE: To claim tax-exempt status, provide a tax-exempt form (1) one week prior to arrival. Forms are to be emailed to gataxforms@greatwolf.com along with the Group name, name of guest(s) and confirmation number.

Calling in your reservation is the only option to receive the special lodging rate.The call in number is 844-473-9653You MUST reference “block code 2402GSAJ” when making your reservation. Check in is at 4:00 pm; check-out is 11:00 am.

Reservations deadline: January 5, 2024 or until rooms are sold out. Make your reservations early as rooms are limited.Cancellation Policy: All individual reservations must be accompanied by a one night’s deposit in the form of a check or credit card. If you cancel within 72 hours prior to arrival, the deposit becomes non-refundable.

Registration: Monday, February 5, 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm at the Registration Booth and Tuesday, February 6, 7:30 am – 8:30 am at the Registration Booth

Training begins at 8:30 am on Tuesday, February 6 and concludes Thursday, February 8 at 12:30 pm.

The vendor show is scheduled during the afternoon of Tuesday, February 6.

A confirmation email will provide details of the schedule/events.

Certified jailers/deputies will receive a minimum of 15 hours P.O.S.T. credit based on 100% attendance of the conference.

Registration Fee: $375 {Non-refundable after January 24, 2024}

You must pre-register by completing the online registration form below.

Any staff member who attends must also complete registration online and pay the registration fee.

Registration Deadline: January 29, 2024.

The registration confirmation email is sent to the email address in the Individual Completing this Form field only. Therefore, if you are NOT the attendee please forward a copy of the registration confirmation email to the attendee.

Registration fees are non-refundable for cancellations made 10 days or less prior to the starting date of the training event.

Registration:

Abby Pennington

770-914-1076

apennington@georgiasheriffs.org

Lodging & Training:

Visit this site after January 30, 2024 for final training details. Essential details may include a tentative agenda, training materials, registration/training times, or other important information.

Click here to download the training agenda

Senior Deputy: Court Services
2024-02-08 08:00 - 2024-02-09 17:00 | Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, 516 Chattin Drive, Canton, GA, 30115, United States
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P.O.S.T. Hours 16

Familiarize the deputy with the procedures for protecting courtrooms, court officers, defendants, witnesses, jurors and visitors.

Senior Deputy: Crime Scene Management
2024-02-12 08:00 - 12:00 | Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, 516 Chattin Drive, Canton, GA, 30115, United States

Senior Deputy: Ethics
2024-02-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, 516 Chattin Drive, Canton, GA, 30115, United States

Senior Deputy: Public Relations
2024-02-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, 516 Chattin Drive, Canton, GA, 30115, United States

Senior Deputy: Office of Sheriff
2024-02-13 08:00 - 11:00 | Union County Courthouse, 65 Courthouse St, Blairsville, GA, 30512, United States

Senior Deputy: Domestic Violence
2024-02-13 08:00 - 12:00 | Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, 516 Chattin Drive, Canton, GA, 30115, United States

Courthouse Security
2024-02-13 09:00 - 2024-02-14 16:00 | Toombs County Courthouse, 100 Courthouse Square, Lyons, GA, 30436, United States
To attend this event, you must contact Kevin Collins at 912-293-0199.

This event is limited to 65 attendees.
